An org chart is an affinity diagram. As such, ALL IT REPRESENTS is a
model of the relationships and hierarchy (a specific type of
relationship) in the firm.
Come to think of it why do we need the model/metaphor of representing
the organization as a human being capable of cognitive thought?
Don't organizations already, and have for years, made changes in their
structure and training when competition and survival made it
imperative?
Charles Barclay 2404 Maile Way
Dept. of Mgmt & Ind Relations Honolulu, HI 96822
University of Hawaii Fax: 808 956-2774
barclay@busadm1.cba.hawaii.edu Phone: 808 956-8545
Living through a bloodless revolution is great fun!
BTW, "It's the policies & philosophy, lamebrain!"